Hubbs' Beaked Whale

Hubbs' beaked whale (Mesoplodon carlhubbsi) was initially thought to be an Andrews' beaked whale when discovered by ichthyologist Carl Hubbs; however, it was named in his honor when it was discovered to be a new species. This species has the typical dentition found in the genus, but its main outstanding features are a white "cap" on the head and very extensive scarring. The species is known from 31 strandings, a few at-sea sightings, and observations of two stranded whales that were kept in captivity for 16–25 days.

La baleine à bec de Hubbs (Mesoplodon carlhubbsi) est une espèce de cétacés de la famille des Ziphiidae. Voir aussi Références taxinomiques (en) Mammal Species of the World (3e éd.

El zifio de Hubbs (Mesoplodon carlhubbsi) es una especie de cetáceo odontoceto de la familia Ziphidae. Fue nombrada en honor al Carl Hubbs. Descripción La coloración en los machos es de color gris oscuro a negro, tiene manchas blancas en el hocico.